2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C8 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
